Ucsi International School Springhill, Kuala Lumpur
Key Stats
Annual Fees: US$5K – US$9K
Curriculum: IB
Age Range: 6–18
Students: 450
Location: Kuala Lumpur
Updated February 2026
In Brief
UCSI International School Springhill is an IB school located in Bandar Springhill near Port Dickson, operating as part of the UCSI educational group. Teacher discussions reveal concerning workplace conditions including management issues, low salaries, and high staff turnover, with multiple warnings about racist leadership and poor treatment of non-white educators.
Located about an hour from central Kuala Lumpur in the Bandar Springhill development near Port Dickson, UCSI International School serves students through the IB programme as part of the broader UCSI educational group founded by Dato' Peter Ng. The school's location between Seremban and Port Dickson provides a quieter suburban environment compared to KL's urban international schools, though this means families need private transport for city access since public transport options are limited.
Teacher experiences at UCSI reveal significant workplace concerns that potential families should consider. Multiple educators report racist behavior from senior leadership, particularly targeting non-white staff members, alongside general management problems including low salaries compared to other Malaysian international schools, mandatory long hours until 4:30pm, and high staff turnover rates. These employment issues suggest potential instability in teaching quality and school culture that could affect the educational experience.
What parents value
- –IB curriculum offering international qualification pathways
- –Quieter suburban location away from KL traffic and urban density
- –Part of established UCSI educational group with university connections
- –Some parent testimonials mention helpful staff during transition periods
Points of consideration
- –Multiple teacher reports of racist leadership behavior and poor staff treatment
- –High staff turnover suggesting potential instability in teaching quality
- –Low salary packages compared to other KL international schools
- –Limited public transport access requiring private vehicle for KL trips
- –Concerns about facilities maintenance including air conditioning and toilet issues
- –School treated primarily as business with focus on profit over education quality
- –Location requires significant commute for families preferring central KL access
Annual Fees
| Year Group | Age | USDTotal Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1-2 | 5 | 5,962 |
| Year 3-5 | 7 | 6,565 |
| Year 6-8 | 10 | 8,905 |
| Year 9-10 | 13 | 9,886 |
| Year 11-12 | 15 | 10,376 |
Fees converted from MYR. For the most up to date and accurate figures please double check with the school.
Additional Fees
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Application Fee | 252 |
| Registration Fee | 1,258 |
| International Administration Fee | 1,006 |
| Boarding Deposit | 1,258 |
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Academic Results
Academic results have not been made publicly available by this school.
Extra Curriculars
Contact the school for details on co-curricular activities and facilities. Ask what a normal week looks like outside lessons for your child's interests.
Inspections & Accreditations
Inspection
No published inspection details are currently available.
Accreditations
Accreditation details are not publicly listed.
Memberships
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Student Body
Kuala Lumpur's international schools serve a diverse community of expat and Malaysian families. Contact the school for current enrolment details.
Leadership
Mdm. Fathima Rezlana - Principal Abedeen Private & International Schools
Fathima Rezlana is a seasoned educational leader with 14 years of experience in teaching and administration across international schools in Malaysia.
